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Work has begun on a major extension at Beaconside Church of England Primary School in Penrith, creating additional school places and expanding specialist provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Following Sport England and council investment in 2025 to install triple glazing, Appleby Leisure Centre is receiving further investment this Spring, to bring more carbon and energy saving benefits to the building.

Westmorland and Furness Council has welcomed the news that the government’s Access for All programme will fund detailed design work on accessibility upgrades at Ulverston train station.

Westmorland and Furness Council has expressed its deep concern and disappointment at changes proposed by government to the funding of services.

A significant milestone has been reached for Marina Village in Barrow, as plans progress to create a new neighbourhood with hundreds of new homes.

Update on works to repair a significant landslip that has closed part of the A592 at High Kingate, just before the Kirkstone Pass.

Westmorland and Furness Council will mark this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day (HMD) by lighting up key buildings.

Work is progressing on a bid that could secure funding for an even more ambitious redevelopment of The Coro in Ulverston.

Westmorland and Furness Council's Cabinet has received an update on developments regarding the Windermere Gateway project.

A Barrow shop has been ordered to remain closed for a further three months following continued criminal activity uncovered by Westmorland and Furness Trading Standards and Cumbria Police.